Polygonum multiflorum

Polygonum multiflorum

(on medicinal properties)

[source] it is the gall bearing fruit of Polygonum capitatum, a plant of Acacia family. See "Mu Tian Liao" for plant morphology.

[nature and taste] 1. On medicinal properties: "bitter and pungent in taste, slightly hot and non-toxic. "

② "Modern practical Chinese medicine" says: "the taste is sour, astringent and slightly pungent. "

[function and indications] it is used to treat apoplexy, mouth and face deviation, hernia and dysphagia.

① According to the theory of medicinal properties, "in the treatment of the evil wind in the middle of the body, the mouth and face are askew, the main body is cold, and the Qi is blocked, and the woman is in vain. "

② The book of materia medica: "treat all kinds of cold air. "

③ Modern practical Chinese medicine: "it has the effect of warming the body and is used for low back pain and colic. "

[usage and dosage] oral administration: decoction, 2-3 yuan; or powder.

Chinese PinYin : Mu Tian Liao Zi